Weir coal shipment breaks record

25 Years Ago April 5-11, 2001The Scammon Miner on April 9, 1892, published that last Saturday was a record breaker in the shipment of coal from Weir City. The Gulf Road billed 133 cars, the largest days’ work at that depot.

Preparing for spring gardening

Video of the Week:Asparagus is one of the first crops that can be harvested each spring. Plants can live for 15 years or more in the garden, so good plant care is important. This week’s video highlights how to grow and harvest asparagus in Kansas:https:// kansashealthyyards.

Therapists make sure home is safe

In my role as a hospitalist, I am always happy when a patient is healthy enough to be discharged. A resounding majority of people want to go back to their home after they leave the hospital. What we do not want is an unsafe environment leading to repeat injuries resulting in a hospital readmission.

Responsible gambling a must

Last week I wrote about how our body, especially our brain, sends signals to us and if those signals are repeated over and over again, there can be negative consequences. In the case of gambling and several other behaviors it can often lead to loss of many of the things we hold dear.

Roller rink honors emergency personnel

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago April 5-11, 2001Round Top Roller Rink of Columbus is showing its appreciation to all those who work to keep Cherokee County citizens safe and secure.

Hope comes from faith in God’s promises

The Beginning of KnowledgeIt is almost impossible to imagine a world without hope. Anticipating a good event brings light to an otherwise dim existence.

Ease effects of aging with healthy eating, exercise

Don’t worry, be happy (about getting older)Around 67 percent of Americans who are younger than 65 say that they’re worried about what their life may be like when they are older, especially concerning their physical and mental health.

William Schaiff elected new mayor

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago March 29 - April 4, 2001The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Department is improving existing boat ramps on its lakes in the Mined Land Wildlife Areas.

Columbus Public Library Hours

Mondays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday 9 a.m-6 p.m. Thursdays 9 a.m.-6 a.m. Fridays 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Saturdays 10 a.m.-noon.Curbside service will be available upon request.

Christian Church offers baked potato bar

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago March 29 - April 4, 2001A baked potato bar will be offered at the Columbus Christian Church on Sunday, April 1.